Person in Charge (Social Care Leader)

Orchard Residential; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allowance and bonus

Pension

Annual leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Income protection

On-call support

Job summary

Orchard Residential Care in Ireland is seeking a Person in Charge to support teams and ensure high standards of care for children and young people 24/7 in Drogheda, Co Louth. The role requires leadership, strategic oversight and a commitment to our values of Advocacy, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration and Human Rights.

You will have substantial experience in children's residential care, hold or be working toward a management qualification for health or social care, and be eligible to live and

Qualifications

• QQI Level 7 qualification in social care and 4 years' post-qualification experience in children’s residential care.
• Alternatively QQI Level 8 in social care with 3 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Alternatively a relevant qualification with 4 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Professional qualification in Social Work with 4 years post-qualification practice and management training.
• CORU register with 4 years post-qualification experience may be considered.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Full clean driver’s licence held for more than one year.
• Eligible to live and work in Ireland without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on shift when on duty in the service.
• Provide direct care following established care plans, protocols, and procedures.
• Assist in assessing the needs of individuals under care and developing individualised care plans.
• Ensure the implementation of appropriate care interventions and monitor outcomes of care.
• Assist in training and orienting new care team members.
• Assist in organising and facilitating training programs for the team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of care plans and records.
• Monitor and ensure timely completion of required documentation by team members.
• Assist in implementing quality improvement initiatives and conduct audits.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment and effective teamwork.
• Lead and participate in the On-Call support system when required.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Driver's licence

Irish work eligibility

Education

QQI Level 7 in social care

QQI Level 8 in social care

Professional qualification in Social Work

CORU registration

Management qualification for health/social care

Job description

Orchard Residential Care is a leading provider of children’s residential services in Ireland and this key role of Person in Charge will support our teams in ensuring the best possible care and outcomes for children and young people we support is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we currently wish to appoint a Person in Charge, based in our brand new Residential Home in Drogheda, Co Louth. As Person in Charge you will ensure that the children and young people we support are cared for to the highest standards. Your high quality, integrated approach will enable young people placed in Orchard Residential Care to achieve positive outcomes and live their best lives. This post requires you to work proactively with the Regional Director to contribute to the optimum delivery and development of Orchard Residential Care. You will be required to promote a culture within Orchard Residential Care and all aspects of its work that is respectful, non-discriminatory and embracing of diversity. You will be committed to ensuring compliance with Tusla Regulations and standards and will be committed to our Values of Advocacy, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration and Human Rights.

About the Role

• Supernumerary
• Attracts allowance and bonus option
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increases with service)
• Company Pension
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Income Protection Scheme

Essential Criteria

• You will hold a minimum QQI level 7 qualification in social care and hold or be enrolled in a programme leading to a management qualification suitable for a health or social care setting and 4 years’ full time work experience in a children’s residential care setting post qualification.
• Alternatively, you may hold a QQI level 8 qualification in social care with 3 years’ post qualification work experience in a children’s residential care setting. Or
• Alternatively hold a relevant qualification with 4 years’ full time work experience in a children’s residential care setting post qualification.
• A professional qualification in Social Work is also considered as suitable, for a Person in Charge with the requisite 4 years post qualification practice experience and hold or be enrolled in a programme leading to a management qualification suitable for a health or social care setting.
• An individual who does not hold a recognised or relevant qualification but is entered onto the CORU register of Social Care Workers and has the requisite 4 years full time work experience may be considered for a position of Person in Charge.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Full clean drivers licence which has been held for more than one year
• Eligible to live and work in Ireland without restriction

Service Delivery

• Take the lead on shift when on duty in the service.
• Participate in the provision of direct care to individuals, following established care plans, protocols, and procedures.
• Assist in assessing the needs of individuals under care and developing individualised care plans.
• Ensure the implementation of appropriate care interventions and monitor the progress and outcomes of care.

Training & Development

• Assist in training and orienting new care team members, ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their roles effectively.
• Assist in organising and facilitating training programs and workshops for the team to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Compliance & Documentation

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of care plans, assessments, and other relevant records
• Monitor and ensure the completion of required documentation by team members in a timely manner

Quality Assurance

• Assist in implementing quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality of care services provided.
• Conduct regular audits and checks to ensure adherence to quality standards and identify areas for improvement.

Communication & Collaboration

• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the team, promoting effective communication and teamwork.

Conditions of work

• This post requires a flexible approach to working hours, primarily to ensure the safety and well-being of young people and staff.
• The post holder is required to lead and participate in the On-Call support system.

Benefits to working with Company

• Competitive salary and incremental pay scale
• Supernumerary role
• Attracts allowance and bonus option
• Company Pension
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increases with service)
• Orchard Values Champion Awards
• Paid training on commencement
• Enhanced Maternity Allowance
• Higher Education Bursary
• Dedicated team and access to a knowledgeable Multidisciplinary team.
• EAP Scheme
• Excellent training opportunities and clear focus on career progression
• Bike to Work Scheme

About us

The Orchard Care Group is dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability and mainstream residential services.

The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.

Our Vision at Orchard Care Group is that the people we support live meaningful lives through, our high-quality model of excellent care, within our positive, collaborative, values-based culture. Our Values are Advocacy, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration & Human Rights.